Just heard on another forum from his friend "Shrapnel" that Mike's heart disease finally won the battle. He's been a great read from early in his career when he hated black powder, to coming around and realizing it was very nearly a miraculous propellant that just had some quirks to deal with. Mike, I have treasured your books and your enthusiasm. Thank you.

Yes I too enjoyed much of what Mike wrote though the years. Condolences to his family and may he rest in peace.

That is terrible news! I have talked to Mike and read everything he wrote and have all his books; some autographed. And of course followed all his advice. He was from Williamson WV, on the Tug Fork River, which is only 62 miles from where I am from, although it would take 3 hours to drive there; those from that area know why. Mike was one of a kind.
I am sad to hear this news and wish his family well.

Mike was a real gun guy. You could tell that he loved what he did and I enjoyed everything he wrote. I will miss his articles. Rest in peace !

Wow! That comes as a shock; it always does when we lose one. I send condolences for his family. RIP, Mike.

Sad news, indeed.

I learned as much or more from Mike Venturino than any other gunwriter I can name.

Because of his vast experience and skill as a writer, he was a true fount of knowledge.

RIP, Mike.

So very sorry to hear of his passing. May he rest in peace. Condolences to his family and friends. He was certainly one of the good guys.

What a loss.

RIP. .

Sad news, he had a since of humor that reflected in his writing that I always enjoyed. I sold him a 223 custom heavy barreled carbine at the Reno or Vegas gun show many years ago, he loved the gun..

Ah, the best friend I never met, and who opened my eyes to the wonders of BP.

Happy Trails Mike, and my condolences to Yvonne and to all of us who will miss him terribly.